In the modern age, it is not often that a saxophonist reaches worldwide acclaim. Yet Mike Phillips, hailing from Mt. Vernon, New York, has done just that with his extraordinary abilities. His success has seen him travel with iconic artists like Stevie Wonder and Prince, play at the Presidential Inauguration Balls of Clinton and Obama, and bring audiences to their feet at celebrated events like the Montreux Jazz Festival and Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival. His energetic and captivating performances are always fondly remembered, earning him much desired recognition wherever he goes.